Puppets that Made it Big on TV, 7-10

Here is the remainder of our list of 10 puppets that made it big on TV, beginning with a sock puppet sheep.

7. Lamb Chop

Lamb Chop is a sweet sock puppet sheep created by comedian and ventriloquist Shari Lewis in 1957. During the 1960s, Lamb Chop appeared on Lewis's musical-comedy television show. In 1992, Lewis created Lamb Chop's Play-Along, a children's show for PBS that won five Emmy Awards. Shari Lewis died in 1998, but her daughter Mallory has kept Lamb Chop alive for her many fans.

8. Bert and Ernie

Created by the legendary Jim Henson, Bert and Ernie are two Muppets that have appeared on the long-running PBS children's television show Sesame Street since its debut in 1969. Bert and Ernie are something of an "odd couple" with the impish and naive Ernie often frustrating the rational and practical Bert. Despite misconceptions surrounding their living situation, Sesame Street execs contend that Bert and Ernie are not homosexual, they're simply roommates, and the pair continues to be a fan favorite. Ernie even released a record, "Rubber Duckie," which reached the top 40 on Billboard charts in 1970.

9. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog

Resembling a rottweiler, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog is a rubbery hand puppet featured on Late Night with Conan O'Brien. Triumph speaks with an Eastern European accent, puffs on a cigar, and his trademark catchphrase is ". . . for me to poop on!" -- usually spoken to negate a compliment that precedes it, such as "You're the best . . . for me to poop on!" Since his debut in a 1997 comedy skit about the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, Triumph has been tossing insults at guests in the style of comedian Don Rickles.

10. Kermit the Frog

Kermit the Frog actually began life in 1955 as a lizard-like creature. Kermit, who was created by legendary Muppeteer Jim Henson, was made from two ping-pong balls (for eyes) and a discarded green coat. By 1969, Kermit had transformed into a frog, and that year he landed a recurring part on Sesame Street, a role that would make him a household name. By far one of the most popular puppets of all time, Kermit has appeared on several television shows, including The Muppet Show. He has also starred in movies, such as The Muppets Take Manhattan, recorded songs ("Bein' Green" and "The Rainbow Connection"), and even guest-hosted The Tonight Show. You've come a long way from the swamp, Kermy!

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